Lake Itasy & Ampefy
Farihin'Itasy
A volcanic lake district about 80 km west of the capital. The town of Ampefy serves as a base for visiting the geysers and Lili Falls, making it ideal for a weekend trip.
Lake Itasy was formed when volcanic lava blocked a river valley. The lakeside town of Ampefy is the main base. Nearby you can see the Andasiba geysers, which spout water from travertine mounds, and Lili Falls. You can also go boating on the lake and see the volcanic cones around it. The drive from the capital along RN1 takes about 2.5 to 3 hours, and a common plan is to spend one night here on a weekend. Roads and some sights have basic facilities, so hiring a car and bringing cash is recommended.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Lemurs' Park
- Antsahadinta
- La Digue Craft Market
- Croc Farm
- Museum of Art and Archaeology
- Lake Anosy
- Tsimbazaza Zoo
- Soarano Station